Republican Senator Tim Scott Drops Out of 2024 Presidential Race Due to Flu, Shocks Campaign Staff

In a surprising turn of events, Republican Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race just two months before the Iowa caucuses. The unexpected decision, revealed on Fox News’ “Sunday Night In America with Trey Gowdy,” came after the abrupt cancellation of Scott’s campaign stops in Iowa due to a bout of the flu. Scott, who expressed eagerness to return to the campaign trail, stated, “When I go back to Iowa, it will not be as a presidential candidate. I am suspending my campaign.” The announcement reportedly caught many of Scott’s campaign staff off guard, with sources revealing that the decision was made during a live broadcast on Fox News.

Scott’s campaign had faced challenges in gaining momentum, with recent polls placing him in fifth place behind former President Donald Trump. Despite a strategic shift towards Iowa, where he doubled campaign staff and emphasized his faith to court voters, Scott failed to make a significant impact. The decision to suspend the campaign followed a substantial overhaul in strategy and the withdrawal of $40 million in TV ad spending by the Trust in the Mission PAC, a super PAC supporting Scott. Despite these challenges, Scott demonstrated fundraising strength, boasting the most available cash on hand, approximately $13.3 million, among 2024 GOP presidential contenders, excluding Trump. His departure prompted well-wishes from Republican rivals, with figures like Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, and Mike Pence acknowledging Scott’s leadership and contributions to the party.

Following Senator Tim Scott’s unexpected withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, his Republican rivals took to social media to express their well-wishes. Former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley praised Scott’s participation, stating that South Carolina is fortunate to have him as a senator. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis commended Scott for his conservatism and bold ideas, expressing gratitude for his service to America. The responses were mixed, with businessman Vivek Ramaswamy taking a playful jab at Haley. Former Vice President Mike Pence, the first GOP candidate to suspend his campaign, thanked Scott for his principled leadership and wished him every blessing in his continued service to South Carolina and the United States. As the remaining contenders weigh in, the future of Tim Scott’s political trajectory remains uncertain, with no immediate comments from former President Donald Trump and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.

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